The Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports found in its 2022/23 survey that hunting license sales are relatively stable at the national level.
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Vudoo Gun Works Taps Go Big Tactical as Sole Canadian Distributor
Effective immediately, Go Big Tactical will manage all sales and distribution inquiries for Vudoo Gun Works products in Canada.
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MasterCraft Boat Holdings Divests Aviara Brand to MarineMax Subsidiary
The Aviara brand will be transferred to Cruisers Yachts, a subsidiary of MarineMax, Inc. MarineMax will pay for all boats currently on order, in addition to select branding and operational assets, including Aviara’s website, tooling and inventory.
Former JCPenney CEO, Mike Ullman, Passes Away
In addition to his extensive career leading U.S. and global businesses, Ullman had significant experience in government, academia and philanthropic work focused on health care for those disadvantaged, among other humanitarian initiatives.
Ammo, Inc. Posts Wider Fiscal Q1 Loss as Margins Tighten and Sales Decline
The company said it believes the sales decrease for the quarter was a result of the current macroeconomic environment impacting the shooting sports industry as well as others.
NRF: Import Cargo Volume May Peak in August Ahead of Potential Port Strike
The contract between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the U.S. Maritime Alliance covering East Coast and Gulf Coast ports will expire on September 30. The ILA has threatened to strike if a new contract is not reached by then.
New Era Completes Acquisition of ’47 Brand
The combined company, comprising two family-founded brands, is expected to generate approximately $2 billion in annual revenue and deliver an expanded and diversified product portfolio of apparel and accessories globally.
Elevate Textiles Names Head of Corporate Development and Strategy
Elizabeth K. Ren joins Elevate Textiles with over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, investment banking, corporate finance, operations, and treasury. Her career has included key financial and executive positions across private and Fortune 100 companies, including Under Armour.
EXEC: Yeti Shares Surge as Company Delivers Continued Good News to Market
Growing margins, International growth, innovative new products, shifting sourcing, inventory control, new leadership and a new licensing partnership with the NFL rolled up into a very positive report and conference call on Thursday.
FCS Parent Acquires MFC Hawaii
The combined companies, MFC Hawaii and Australia-based FCS, will strive to drive advancements in fin technology. The acquisition will also allow FCS to expand into various watersports and utilize MFC’s manufacturing capabilities and distribution network.
Life Time Expands Texas Footprint with New Westlake Club
The opening of the 112,000-square-foot, two-story Life Time Westlake club extends Life Time’s footprint to 33 locations across Texas.
EXEC: Helly Hansen Posts Small Q2 Growth While SportChek Declined on Weather Woes
Canadian Tire Corp., parent of Helly Hansen and the SportChek, Sports Experts, Atmosphere, Pro Hockey Life, Sports Rousseau, Hockey Experts, and Mark’s retail banners, reported top-line pressures in Q2 were balanced by strong margin and cost control, improving retail profitability.
Under Armour Lifts FY Guidance On Surprise Q2 Profit
Under Armour, Inc. reported a loss of $305 million in the second quarter after absorbing charges related to the settlement of a shareholder lawsuit, but posted a surprise profit excluding the charges and slightly raised its adjusted earnings guidance for the year. Sales declined 10 percent, dragged down by a 14 percent slide in North America.
DTLR Prepares Kids Nationwide with Back-to-School Supplies
Across the U.S., the retailer donated thousands of backpacks, school supplies and provided free haircuts and shoes to help prepare kids for the upcoming school year.
The Buckle’s July Same-Store Sales Decline 7 Percent
The Buckle, Inc. announced that comparable store sales decreased 6.8 percent in July year-over-year.
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